Choosing the right type of flooring is essential for creating the perfect look and functionality in your home. The right ...

Having spent 30+ years in residential construction, contracting, remodeling, maintenance and home repair, Deane now contributes DIY, informational and financial content as a freelance writer and ...

Like other aspects of interior design, different types of flooring go in and out of style. Sometimes the trends coincide with when a newly developed material is mass produced and becomes affordable ...

Christina Haack has said that flooring is one of the most important features in a home, but she recommends steering clear of ...

What’s more important in a new floor: durability or style? Eighty percent of us take the practical route, says a 2019 survey of flooring consumers conducted by market research firm Mintel. We want ...

Your home gym should be a place of functionality, inspiration, and comfort—a workout space that lets you focus on fitness without worrying about scuffed floors, slipping, or noise reduction. One key ...

Aesthetics, durability, maintenance and budget are the four main factors to consider when choosing new flooring. But you should also think about whether you have pets or need soundproofing. The ...

When it comes to home flooring, don’t feel you have to play by the rules. The best flooring for your home is no longer confined to wooden planks (ideal for living spaces where you want the look and ...

Herringbone floors are timeless and elegant. They can add instant appeal to any areas in your home, but here's the best place ...

Wooden floors bring warmth, personality and style to any interior space, whether old or new. Rustic and elegant, wood also has excellent thermal properties, a pleasant temperature to the touch, and ...

Laminate flooring was invented in the late ‘70s by Swedish flooring company Perstorp, but it wasn’t widely introduced to the European market until 1984. And it wasn’t available in the U.S. until a ...